Senior Classified Network Engineer & Cloud Specialist

RAND Corporation; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 121,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

RAND Corporation in Santa Monica, CA is seeking a regular full-time IT Network Engineer to join the Security & Classified Operations team. You will engineer networks and infrastructure for RAND's classified environments, including SIPRNET and TS/SCI/SAP, and provide SME-level guidance on cloud and on-premises solutions.

The role requires extensive experience in DoD/IC networks, ability to lead small-to-mid projects, and a TS/SCI security clearance.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience designing and operating classified LAN/WAN and cloud solutions for DoD/IC environments.
• Strong background in patching, compliance, and vulnerability management per DoD style.
• Proven ability to lead small-to-mid classified projects and collaborate with cybersecurity teams.

Responsibilities

• Engineer networks and infrastructure services for RAND classified and unclassified environments.
• Collaborate with S&CO and IS teams on compliance and technical matters.
• Provide SME support, troubleshoot issues, and mentor SCO staff on network applications.

Skills

LAN/WAN design

Classified network engineering

Project leadership

Vulnerability remediation

Cloud networking

Education

BS/BA in related discipline

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Cisco DNA

ISE

Linux (RHEL)

Azure / M365

SD-WAN

Job description

RAND Corporation in Santa Monica, CA is seeking a regular full-time IT Network Engineer to join the Security & Classified Operations team. You will engineer networks and infrastructure for RAND's classified environments, including SIPRNET and TS/SCI/SAP, and provide SME-level guidance on cloud and on-premises solutions.

The role requires extensive experience in DoD/IC networks, ability to lead small-to-mid projects, and a TS/SCI security clearance.